John S. Higgins
About John S. Higgins
John S. Higgins is a lawyer based in Cincinnati, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. John S. Higgins is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
Current Firm: FBT Gibbons LLP
Education: Cleveland State University, J.D., graduated 1997, University of Cincinnati, BS, graduated 1993, and University of Cincinnati, AAS, graduated 1989
Location: Cincinnati, OH
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